Eric Minoff
Vice President, Head of Department - US
LOT 90 ¤
1918 Premier Model 6-C Foursome Touring Engine no. 4137
Sold for US$38,080 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 90¤
From the Minden Automotive Museum
1918 Premier Model 6-C Foursome Touring
1918 Premier Model 6-C Foursome Touring
1918 Premier Model 6-C Foursome Touring
Engine no. 4137
Engine no. 4137
295ci Over Head Valve Inline 6
Stromberg OE-1 Updraft Carburetor
27.3bhp rated
Cutler-Hammer Magnetic Shift 3 Speed
Rear Wheel Mechanical Contracting Band/Internal Expanding Shoe Drum Brakes
* Dual-cockpit sporting coachwork
* Unique, semi-automatic magnetic shifting mechanism
* From one of the premier American manufactuers
* Eligible for many tours and events
THE PREMIER MODEL 6-C
The Premier Motor Manufacturing Company of Indianapolis, Indiana, was among the most progressive of America's early automakers, and by 1918 had established a reputation for engineering refinement that placed it comfortably among the country's prestige marques. The Model 6-C was powered by a smooth overhead-valve six-cylinder engine — a configuration that Premier had championed ahead of many rivals — and was offered in a variety of handsome body styles. Perhaps most remarkable among the model's features was the Cutler-Hammer Magnetic Gear Shift, a semi-automatic shifting mechanism that eliminated the need for a conventional clutch pedal during gear changes, representing an early and sophisticated attempt at driver convenience that anticipated later developments by several decades.
The Foursome Touring body style on this example is a particularly graceful expression of mid-teens American coachwork, featuring a close-coupled configuration with dual cowls and shapely door tops that lend the car a rakish, purposeful appearance.
THE CAR OFFERED
Finished in blue over black fenders, with black leather upholstery and black leatherette hood trim, the car presents in a manner consistent with its cosmetic restoration classification. The varnished wood spoke wheels and Twilite headlights further enhance its handsome period character. Dual rear-mounted spare wheels add a practical and visually appealing note.
The paint, upholstery, and top are all described as sound older material. The engine compartment and chassis are orderly but unrestored, and the car was repainted assembled — characteristics consistent with a quick cosmetic restoration undertaken some years ago. This is an attractive and mechanically interesting survivor from Indianapolis's great era of automobile manufacturing.
Footnotes
Titled under its engine number.
Saleroom notices
Please note, the chassis no. is 5046.
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